The Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) is a prestigious Test cricket series played between India and Australia, named after legendary cricketers Allan Border and Sunil Gavaskar. Since its inception in 1996, it has become one of cricket’s most fiercely contested rivalries, alternating host nations and often part of the ICC World Test Championship.
India, the current holders, has consistently excelled in recent years, maintaining the trophy since 2017. In recent times, the rivalry between India and Australia has intensified, showcasing thrilling contests marked by exceptional performances, tactical battles, and moments of high drama. From India’s historic series win in Australia during the 2020-21 season, highlighted by their victory at the Gabba, to Australia’s spirited comebacks on home soil, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has become a symbol of determination and resilience in modern cricket.
The current edition of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (2024-25) is a five-match Test series between India and Australia, running from November 2024 to January 2025. After a thrilling start, the series stands at 2-1 in favor of Australia, following India’s win in the first Test, a draw in the second, and Australia’s dominant victory in the fourth. The upcoming 5th Test, set for January 3-7, 2025, will be crucial for India to level the series and retain the trophy, while Australia needs only a draw to reclaim it.
Here’s the list of top five highest-run scorers in BGT 2024-25 so far:
1: Travis Head
Australian showman Travis Head has been a thorn for the India side in recent times, consistently putting up strong performances and becoming one of the most dangerous batsmen in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. His aggressive yet composed style of batting has troubled Indian bowlers, as evidenced by his stellar run in the ongoing series.
He has scored 410 runs from the four matches, with an average of 58.57. His ability to play both pace and spin with ease, coupled with his fearless approach, has made him a key player in Australia’s middle order.
2: Yashasvi Jaiswal
Indian youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal has been in stellar form since the start of the year, making a significant impact in international cricket with his consistent performances. His ability to adapt to different formats and conditions has been impressive, particularly in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. His mature approach and composure under pressure, combined with his flair for big scores, have made him one of the most promising talents in Indian cricket.
In the first four matches, the opener has scored 359 runs with an average of 51.28, including one century and two fifties.
3: Nitish Kumar Reddy
Young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who made his Test debut in the first match at Perth, has impressed everyone with his impactful batting. Despite being relatively new to the international scene, Reddy has shown great composure and technique, playing crucial knocks in challenging conditions. Reddy’s contributions with the bat have added depth to India’s middle order, and his potential as an all-rounder further strengthens his value to the team.
As of now, the lower-order batter has scored 294 runs with an average of 49. His ability to anchor innings while also accelerating when needed has been a highlight of his performances
4: Steve Steve
Australian veteran batter Steve Smith has also made a place in this list with his impact in the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. onsistency in accumulating runs, especially during pressure moments, continues to make him one of the most influential players in the series. Smith has showcased his trademark resilience and adaptability, making vital contributions for Australia.
From the four matches, the batter has 277 runs to his name, with an average of 39.57, including 2 centuries.
5: KL Rahul
Indian batter KL Rahul has made it to the top five highest-run scorers in the BGT 2024-25 list. He has been a key asset for the Indian side in various overseas tours and tournaments. Despite facing scrutiny over his recent form, Rahul has contributed significantly with the bat, providing stability to India’s top order. His composed approach and ability to build partnerships have been key in crucial moments of the series.
The right-handed batter has 259 runs to his name. Rahul’s experience and ability to adapt to various situations continue to make him an essential part of India’s batting lineup.
